It’s really important that you stay connected to your husband or partner while your pregnant because once you have your baby it will be even harder to find the time to connect. Keep your relationship a top priority by spending quality “we” time together. Make sure to keep him in the loop with how you’re …
If you’re wanting to lose weight, start thinking about what your best self would look and feel like vs. comparing yourself to an unrealistic image in a magazine. For example, was there a time in your life when you felt and looked great? Close your eyes and think back to a time when you looked and felt …
I have a mesomorph build, meaning petite and muscular. I can bulk up really easily and I’ve found that yoga is a great choice for lengthing my muscles. I’ve seen a big difference in my body since I started practicing yoga consistently. My clients have also found great benefit in doing yoga including improving muscle tone …
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Everyone has cravings, even me, especially chocolate cravings. There is nothing wrong with having a small treat a day, however you can choose a healthier options. For example, one of my favorite daily snacks is a handful of almonds mixed with a handful dark chocolate chips. Dark chocolate is full of antioxidants and has been …
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Most women notice a decrease in libido after baby because they’re tired and overwhelmed. The key to boosting your desire is through feeling connected to your husband or partner. I say, “date your mate”. Your date need not cost a dime…you can enjoy each other’s company at home. Cuddle and watch a movie, share a dessert, …
You’ll be much more likely to stick with an exercise program if you’re working out with a friend or group. To start a group ask fellow neighbors if they’d like to walk or workout then set a couple of days to workout for the week. Once you have a group to workout with you’ll be more …
What are you focused on when it comes to losing weight? What are you saying to yourself? If you’re focusing on your weight you’re likely placing your energy on what you don’t like about your body. Instead keep your mind positive with what you want to accomplish. For example, instead of saying, “I want to …
After having a baby the thought of getting fit can be overwhelming. I recommend setting simple, achievable goals for exercise and eating healthy per day. For example write down for an exercise goal, “I will walk 10 min today.” And for a nutrition goal: “I will drink 1 extra glass of water today.” Each small step …
Many new mothers are concerned with gaining weight when pregnant. This fear often doubles for women who are already overweight. Pregnancy is NOT the time to diet. When you’re pregnant it’s very important that you nourish your body and your baby with healthy food so your baby develops and grows. The suggested amount of pregnancy …
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It always seems like there is so much to do that there’s little time to fit in exercise, but did you know that you’ll get more done if you take a break and exercise? Exercise produces feel good hormones called endorphines, plus exercise gets your blood circulating so you’ll have more blood flow to your brain …
